Pres. Washington
Name the 2 political parties of the 1800s.
Federalists / Dem-Republicans
What 3 steps did Jefferson take in his first term as president?
1. cut taxes
2. cut army/navy
3. free trade
What were the main push factors for the War of 1812?
1.British ships harassing US ships at sea
2.Britain helping native Americans
To approve or make legally binding
Ratify
This event was led by Appalachian farmers who refused to pay excise tax on products they produced.
The Whiskey Rebellion
To avoid war with French, Adams sent officials to France to negotiate.
XYZ Affairs
Marbury v. Madison set the precedent for what judicial process?
Judicial Review, Supreme Court has the power to decide whether laws are constitutional
In retaliation to losses in Canada and the Battle of York, British soldiers burned this famous building in Washington, D.C.
White House
An earlier event that is used as an example for following circumstances (be the first at something)
Precedent
This Act established the U.S. Supreme Court, Chief Justice and set up the federal court system.
Judiciary Act of 1789
What is nullification?
to invalidate, any federal law deemed unconstitutional
What port city was James Monroe sent to purchase from France for 10 million & open trade for American goods?
New Orleans, LA
Frances Scott Key wrote this iconic American tune after watching the British attempt to destroy Fort McHenry.
National Anthem
This government body finalizes the presidential election after the popular vote takes place
Electoral College
Establishing a national bank, taking on state debt and collecting taxes where all part of what?
Hamiltons Economic Plan
Which constitutional amendments was a result of the 1800 election and the tie between Adams & Jefferson? (Explain the amendment, extra points)
12th Amendment, separate ballots for President/VP
What were the 2 goals of Lewis & Clark?
1. create contact with Native Americans
2. gather information about animals and plants in new territory
This treaty ended the War of 1812 and was signed on Christmas Eve 1814.
Treaty of Ghent
This land was purchased from Napoleon for 15 million
The Louisiana Purchase
What 2 warnings did Washington issue in his farewell address?
1. Do not form political parties 2. remain neutral in foreign affairs
This act made it legal for the president to imprison or deport non-US citizens who criticized the US Government.
Alien Sedition Acts of 1798
This act stopped trade with Britain and France in response to war breaking out between the two U.S. allies.
Embargo of 1807
In this 1811 battle, William Harrison led a response attack on the Shawnee during their capital (Prophetstown) to the ground.
Battle of Tippecanoe
This is the act of seizing ships and forcing captives into the navy
Impressment